First-Shift Lab Technician - QC, Sensory & Analysis

Krier Beverage; Wisconsin; Hybrid; USD 68,770,000 - 74,501,000; Full time

Job summary

Krier Beverage seeks a Lab Technician to ensure product quality and conformance to customer specifications through laboratory testing and line verifications. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and GMP adherence in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities include performing sensory tests, maintaining equipment, and documenting quality data while working with production teams to meet specifications and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree in Chemistry or related field preferred.
• Previous laboratory or quality control experience required; Food & Beverage industry experience strongly preferred.
• Basic knowledge of laboratory safety practices and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate in accordance with safety, quality, and GMP standards.
• Read and adhere to product specifications, including coding, carbonation, pressures, and pH.
• Conduct regular line checks and sampling to verify product quality and compliance with specs.
• Identify and segregate out-of-specification products, placing them on HOLD as needed.
• Perform sensory testing (flavor, visual, odor) against standard references.
• Communicate with production personnel regarding line checks and adjustments to meet specs.
• Maintain a positive, professional work environment and collaborate with coworkers.
• Operate, maintain and calibrate lab instrumentation and testing equipment.
• Follow all customer standards, quality requirements, and Federal, State, Local regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of lab areas and complete required quality documentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Prioritization

Math proficiency

Data entry

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in Chemistry or related field preferred

Job description

Krier Beverage seeks a Lab Technician to ensure product quality and conformance to customer specifications through laboratory testing and line verifications. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and GMP adherence in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities include performing sensory tests, maintaining equipment, and documenting quality data while working with production teams to meet specifications and regulatory requirements.